Treatments

Drugs

Surgery

For severe cases of GERD, your doctor may perform a fundoplication, which involves tightening the lower esophageal sphincter, or a laparoscopic procedure to wrap the stomach around the esophagus. If a hiatal hernia is causing your condition, a doctor can repair the hernia.

Lifestyle Changes

Your Health Team

To make smart healthcare choices, it's important to become knowledgeable about
each aspect of your care. Of course, most people use a primary-care doctor to
help manage their treatment. But sometimes a person develops a medical problem
that requires a physician with a more narrow focus. These specialists -
including oncologists or cardiologists - have received expert training and can
provide targeted care.